Freddy dares 30 days without accommodation at Ballermann - adventure or risk?

Freddy dares 30 days without accommodation at Ballermann - adventure or risk?

In the middle of the summer season that has already started, 18-year-old Freddy from Munich plans an extraordinary experiment in Mallorca. He would like to do without accommodation for 30 days and has planned a budget of 300 euros. The focus of his experiences is mainly due to the Ballermann, known for his lively party scene. Despite the challenges, Freddy feels relatively safe during his stay. However, he emphasizes the need to always be careful, especially in the face of more frequent reports on crime in the region.

"You should be careful, but I have not had any negative experiences so far," explains Freddy, who advises others to venture a similar experiment, but start with shorter stays. This is contrasting to the reports of increasing crime on Ballermann, where fights and pickpocketing are the order of the day. According to Merkur this year have been reported several times brutal robberies on tourists at Playa de Palma this year has been.

growing safety concerns

Although Mallorca is traditionally considered a safe holiday destination, the situation is increasingly deteriorating. Local fears and often no longer dare to take to the streets at night. There are reports on active thieves gangs, especially in the popular areas such as El Arenal and Llucmajor. The police have already made several arrests, but the city administration is accused of not doing enough to ensure security.

The Federal Foreign Office has also given warnings for travelers, especially in tourist hotspots such as the Playa de Palma. Holidaymakers should exercise extreme caution so as not to become victims of pickpockets. Recommended security measures include:

• Walks always keep an eye on
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• baggage well, especially at airports
• special mindfulness of ATMs
• No large amounts of cash.
• Not to take valuables to the beach
• Always lock the car and do not leave any visible valuables behind

Freddy has aware of the risks, but he is still planning a second season of his experiment for July, with which he would like to implement further ideas. His experiences and current uncertainty on Ballermann reflect the increasing problems. According to Mallorca Zeitung , tourists of all age groups have been the target of offenses in recent years. It is therefore recommended to maintain a responsible handling of the environment and your own valuables.